1982 Renault 5 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Skoda L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 5 | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | 5 | L |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |